The Rival Strength Blog

CRAWLEY TOWN FC We were approached by Crawley Town FC who asked us to create and tailor their brand new gym space from scratch, and we're absolutely delighted with the result. We discussed with the physiotherapy and coaching teams the type of kit that would be beneficial for the day-to-day training of the first team squad, and also for injury rehabilitation, and general recovery work....

MSFitness Min, the owner of MSFitness, got in touch with us as he was building a custom made gym in his garden for his growing PT business, so he could offer his clients a more private and personal experience. He wanted to maximised the space he had, but also be able to offer variety in the type of equipment for his clients - from machines...

Greg Greg asked us to help him convert part of his shed/office into a gym for him and his family, but he was keen to ensure the space could be kept as a home office, and a place for his kids to play with their friends. So we provided Greg with completely free CAD renders of his space with a variety of equipment setups, so...

If you find your New Years Resolutions tend to live and die within January, then I hope this blog may hold some value to you! Staying motivated has to be one of the hardest things to achieve in any aspect of your life; whether that be a new skill you're trying to learn, a routine you want to stick to, or in our case -...

Those with shoulder injuries will know first hand how painful a lift can be, whether that be through previous injuries or lack of mobility in the joint. It isn't uncommon for shoulder pain to be prominent in a variety of lifts, like bench press, squat or overhead press to name a few  How Can You Fix The Problem? For a lot of people, living with shoulder pain isn't necessary something that can...

Here in the UK, our garages and homes have ceiling heights ranging from 2000mm up to 2600mm! There's nothing worse than realising that the garage or spare room you've cleaned up and earmarked as your brand new home gym, isn't tall enough to house a Power Rack, Squat Rack, or Folding Rack. Often the solution is to compromise on features and specification, and settle for something not quite...

*All information is correct at the time of publishing*   At Rival Strength we stock 3 different Cardio Machines; the Rival Strength Air-Bike, Air-Rower, and SkiErg Machine. Each machine provides a great cardio workout in their own right, and helps to build endurance and strength. But which is better for what you want to achieve? Which one most aligns with your goals? What are the...

With brands such as Peloton and NordicTrack dominating the static bike market, it can be easy to think that spin bikes are the best in class when it comes to indoor cycling. However, that may not be the case, as Air-Bikes are still favoured by many athletes - and with good reason. This blog will run through the great and not-so-great features of Air-Bikes and...

On the surface it can appear that all rowers are designed the same, with only small changes in aesthetic and style. They work the same muscle groups, and you're doing the same movements, so they must be the same, right? Not exactly; there are some key differences between Air-Rowers and magnetic rowers. This instalment of the Rival Strength blog will run through the pros and cons of...

Know your gym before it's in!  At Rival Strength, we believe planning your space before you start making a purchase is vital. We have learnt this from our own experiences, and speaking with customers about their experiences! Before deciding to spend thousands of pounds on equipment, its vital you know what you can actually fit in your gym, and what space that leaves you (or your...

Here at Rival Strength we supply a variety of weight plates, and for many people the choice can be overwhelming, and they often end up asking themselves 'What's the difference? Surely a weight plate is a weight plate?'. This blog post will help you decide the best plate for you. We only stock Olympic style plates at Rival Strength; this means they have a 2-inch...